Apprentice Engineer

Purpose:

Under supervision, maintain the hospital's refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation, and other mechanical systems in a clean, repaired and running condition for an efficient operation. The hours and shifts of this position may vary, but primarily will be 7:00 am - 3:00 pm.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for setting-up appropriate level of infection control containment (ICRA) based on risk level and maintaining the integrity of that containment.

• Demonstrate knowledge of all components of refrigeration system and assist journeyman in troubleshooting equipment

• Perform all work following infection control procedures.

• Under supervision of a journeyman technician, check all mechanical equipment for efficient, safe operation.

• Under supervision, add proper chemicals to the desired requirements.

• Maintain clean and safe work area, equipment rooms and shop area.

• Under supervision, check water supply for chemical treatment levels.

• Interpret all information gathered from blueprints, instruction books and sketches, to maintain all mechanical equipment in efficient, safe working order.

• Oil and grease all parts of equipment.

• Operate the refrigeration, air conditioning and ventilation equipment in a safe manner.

• Under supervision of a journeyman technician, check meters, gauges, signal lights and other warning devices for possible problems and make necessary corrections.

• Under supervision of an engineer or refrigeration staff, inspect all air conditioning, refrigeration, and ventilation equipment to identify possible deficiencies and/or malfunctions.

• Adheres to the Basics of Service Excellence in all interactions with clients and the public.

• Record personal work orders and submit hours on a daily basis.

• Under supervision, inspect mechanical devices and make any necessary repairs or corrections.

• Under supervision of a journeyman electrician or engineer, inspect electrical wiring and electrical devices and make necessary repairs and corrections.

• Order material necessary for any job.

• Collect data sheets and charts for leadman and manager.

• High School diploma or equivalent and successful completion of an accredited HVAC technical school or equivalent is required.

• Successful completion of selected apprentice classes through an approved educational program during the apprenticeship program duration is mandatory.

• Must possess the ability to respond to a variety of situations in difficult positions by the use of ladders, catwalks, crawl spaces, etc.

• Previous mechanical experience highly preferred Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Must successfully obtain and keep active a City of Pittsburgh stationary engineer?s license within forty-eight months from the date of hire into the apprentice position.Must possess current driver?s license.

• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran